Synopsis

Hikaru Kimi e will be the 63rd NHK Taiga drama.

Set in the middle of the Heian period, it depicts the life of novelist Murasaki Shibiku, who was the author of the famous novel “The Tale of Genji.”

Yoshitaka Yuriko was announced as the main lead in May 2022.

A Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Power in the Heian Era

In 978, Mahiro, the daughter of a poor noble family, befriends Saburo, the third son of the powerful Fujiwara clan, while concealing her status. Tragedy strikes when Mahiro accidentally causes Saburo’s older brother, Michitaka, to fall from his horse. In a fit of rage, Michitaka kills Mahiro’s mother. Mahiro’s father, Fujiwara no Tametoki, refuses to seek justice to protect his political position as a tutor to the Crown Prince, leaving Mahiro resentful and alone. Years later, Mahiro grows into a talented scribe and reunites with Saburo, now known as Fujiwara no Michinaga, unaware of the dark connections that bind their pasts.

Meanwhile, the ambitious Fujiwara patriarch, Kaneie, manipulates his family for political gain, forcing Emperor Enyu to abdicate through schemes involving Michitaka. Misunderstandings drive a wedge between Kaneie and his daughter, Empress Senshi, whose marriage falls apart as the clan’s power struggles deepen. At a court ceremony, Mahiro discovers Michinaga’s noble status and his connection to Michitaka, forcing her to confront the truth about her family’s tragedy.

As Mahiro and Michinaga wrestle with their feelings amidst political intrigue and betrayal, they face the challenge of reconciling their shared history with the power-driven ambitions of the Fujiwara clan. This compelling drama weaves personal struggles and court politics into a poignant tale of love, justice, and resilience in the Heian era.